Constantine P. Cavafy (1863 - 1933)

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A Greek poet, published only about 200 privately printed poems. Cavafy has come in recent years to be regarded as a the greatest Mediterranean poet of modern times. He who longs to strengthen his spirit must go beyond obedience and respect, He will continue to honor some laws but he will mostly violate both law and custom. (from 'Strengthening the Spirit', 1903) Constantine P. Cavafy was born Konstantinos Petrou Kavafis (or Kabaphs) in Alexandria, Egypt, into a wealthy merchant.. Continue..

Some of Constantine P. Cavafy Poems

Footsteps

Exiles

Ithaka

Waiting For The Barbarians

An Old Man

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